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Airport Near Tumakuru Will Benefit 1820 Districts: Karnataka Dy CM

Vijayendra stated that if the airport came up near Tumakuru, it would provide more equitable access to people from other regions of the state

Deccan Chronicle 18 Jul 2026 3:42 pm

Bengaluru's second airport should come up near Tumakuru: Karnataka Dy CM Parameshwara

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister G Parameshwara said he wants Bengaluru's second international airport to come up near Tumakuru, citing better connectivity for 18-20 districts, but stressed the final decision would be based on recommendations of the technical committee and the DGCA.

The Economic Times 18 Jul 2026 3:07 pm

Karnataka DCET provisional result 2026 released at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in: Direct link to download scorecards

The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has declared the provisional DCET 2026 results on its official website. Diploma candidates can download their rank cards using their login credentials. Those meeting the prescribed cutoff will be eligible for the upcoming counselling process, which will include registration, choice filling, document verification, seat allotment and admission confirmation.

The Times of India 18 Jul 2026 12:58 pm

NMC MBBS Seat Matrix 2026 Released: Check state-wise government and private medical college seats

NMC MBBS Seat Matrix 2026: The National Medical Commission has published the 2026 MBBS seat matrix for aspiring doctors. This year offers 1,36,939 MBBS seats, a significant increase from last year. Private medical colleges contributed the majority of these newly added seats. Twenty-five new medical colleges have also entered the fray this year. Karnataka leads with the highest number of total MBBS seats available.

The Economic Times 18 Jul 2026 12:19 pm

Cyber fraud syndicate exploits poor peoples bank accounts

Chikkamagaluru: A major cyber fraud racket that allegedly exploited the poverty and innocence of daily wage earners by using their bank accounts to route crores of rupees has come to light in Karnatakas Chikkamagaluru district. Investigators have found that huge sums of money were transferred through the accounts of auto drivers, homemakers and civic workers Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 18 Jul 2026 11:53 am

Karnataka: Hassan residents resist evacuation from landslide zones

Hassan: Authorities in Karnatakas Hassan district have identified 16 landslide-prone locations and four flood-prone areas in Sakleshpur taluk following concerns over heavy monsoon rains in the Malenadu region. As a precautionary measure, the taluk administration has advised families living in vulnerable areas to relocate to safer places. However, residents have opposed the move, stating that Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 18 Jul 2026 11:03 am

Karnataka corruption Hospital staff prepare meals, but contractor paid 12 lakh per month in Bidar

Karnataka State Food Commission finds irregularities in PDS, hospital, hostels in Bidar district

The Hindu 18 Jul 2026 10:35 am

Enrol in SIR to get guarantee benefits in Karnataka, says Congress leader

Anjali Nimbalkar, former MLA and Congress leader, chaired a meeting at the Belagavi DCC office to review the process of party workers working as BLAs

The Hindu 18 Jul 2026 10:00 am

Bengaluru businessman gets lifer for murder in Attapur

Hyderabad: A local court in Hyderabad on Friday, July 17, sentenced a Bengaluru-based businessman to life in prison for his involvement in a murder in Attapur in 2017. The convict, Nisar Ahmed, 40, owns a leather business. Nisar and the victim, Neesar Ahmed, had rented a flat at Sajid Residency in Santosh Nagar Colony in Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 18 Jul 2026 9:32 am

Karnataka HC Quashes Sowmya Reddy's Defamation Case Against Shobha Karandlaje

Karandlaje, who is the Union Minister of State for MSME and Labour & Employment and BJP MP from Bangalore North, moved the High Court seeking quashing of the proceedings.

Deccan Chronicle 18 Jul 2026 7:51 am

Toyota Kirloskar expands green initiatives with Bannerghatta restoration project

Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) has handed over a 10-hectare ecological restoration project in the Herbivore Safari Zone of Bannerghatta Biological Park to the Zoo Authority of Karnataka, reinforcing its commitment to biodiversity conservation and environmental sustainability. The initiative, undertaken as part of the companys Harmony with Nature Green Wave programme, forms a key component of its Corporate Environmental Responsibility (CER) initiatives aimed at restoring degraded ecosystems and enhancing wildlife habitats. The handover took place in the presence of A.V. Surya Sen, Executive Director of Bannerghatta Biological Park, A. Ramesh Rao, Vice President (External Affairs), Toyota Kirloskar Motor, along with senior officials from the company and the park. The restoration project involved scientific removal of invasive weeds and plantation of native tree species across 10 hectares to improve ecological balance and strengthen biodiversity. According to the company, the initiative is expected to enhance habitat quality and increase the availability of natural forage for herbivores within the safari zone, supporting wildlife conservation efforts. To safeguard the newly planted saplings from grazing animals, solar fencing has been installed around the restoration area. The protective barrier will remain in place for nearly two years, allowing the young plants to mature before being exposed to natural grazing. Toyota Kirloskar Motor said the project reflects its long-term commitment to environmental stewardship and collaborative conservation efforts that contribute to the restoration of natural ecosystems and sustainable wildlife management.

Greater Kashmir 18 Jul 2026 7:43 am

Karnataka CM DK Shivakumar assures compliance as SC orders GBA polls before December 31

The Supreme Court has granted a final extension for Greater Bengaluru Authority elections. These elections for 369 wards will now occur by December 2026. Karnataka cited voter roll revision challenges for the delay. The court criticized previous delaying tactics by the authority. The government committed to completing all pending local body polls this year.

The Times of India 18 Jul 2026 7:42 am

Three men sentenced to jail in separate cases of raping, abducting, and harassing minor girl

In a series of decisive judgments, a special court in Kalaburagi handed a 25-year jail term to a prime accused for rape, while sentencing two other youths to three years of imprisonment each for abducting and sexually harassing the same 12-year-old survivor.

The Hindu 18 Jul 2026 5:19 am

1 in 4 Kerala candidates skips NEET, Rajasthan posts 69% success

NEET-UG 2026 attendance revealed regional disparities across India. Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Karnataka experienced significant candidate absenteeism this year. Rajasthan, however, saw increased registrations and a strong qualification rate. Other northern states like Uttar Pradesh also reported lower absentee numbers. This shift highlights evolving patterns in medical entrance examination participation.

The Times of India 18 Jul 2026 4:50 am

Sugar prices hit record highs amid supply concerns in India

Record high sugar prices in India have emerged due to pressing supply issues, though industry leaders assure that domestic stocks are adequate for consumer needs. This rise in prices has mainly transpired over the last month, influenced by low inventories in Maharashtra and Karnataka. Optimistically, the upcoming season is expected to see a notable boost in production.

The Economic Times 18 Jul 2026 12:06 am

Hoax bomb note inside IndiGo washroom triggers security scare at Bengaluru airport

'Dont Go, Bomb Hai! Please' Was Written On The Note

The Times of India 18 Jul 2026 12:03 am

Bharat Tex 2026 attracts $2.8 billion business enquiries, 14,300 crore textile investments

At Bharat Tex 2026, business inquiries reached $2.8 billion, complemented by investments of 14,300 crore. Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka have taken a leading role in proposing substantial textile investments nationwide. The recent India-UK FTA is poised to enhance India's textile and apparel export growth significantly. As the country broadens its free trade agreement scope, expectations are set for exports to hit 9 lakh crore by 2030.

The Economic Times 17 Jul 2026 11:58 pm

Permanent Residence Certificates issued by tahsildar or above in Karnataka valid for SIR, says Election Commission

Karnataka to roll out certificates from July 21

The Times of India 17 Jul 2026 11:48 pm

Railways contributed immensely to nations overall development: Gehlot

Governor of Karnataka Thawar Chand Gehlot has said that the Indian Railways had not only strengthened the Indian economy but also had contributed immensely to the overall development of the country.

The Hindu 17 Jul 2026 11:41 pm

Prime Minister virtually inaugurates redeveloped Koppal railway station under Amrit Station Scheme

Prime Minister Narendra Modi virtually inaugurated the redeveloped Koppal station under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme

The Hindu 17 Jul 2026 11:39 pm

5-year-old killed in hit-and-run by school van in Kalaburagi

The Times of India 17 Jul 2026 10:58 pm

Weather swings spark rise in HFMD cases in Hubballi-Dharwad

The Times of India 17 Jul 2026 10:57 pm

3 held for fake gold scam, Rs 62.2 lakh recovered

Accused duped buyer of Rs 85 lakh with counterfeit bars; cash seized, remanded to judicial custody

The Times of India 17 Jul 2026 10:56 pm

SIR Drive crawls in Belagavi, only 57% voter forms digitised so far

Officials blame confusion, documentation hurdles and lack of rural support systems for Belagavi achieving only 57% digitisation despite the EC extending the deadline to Aug 8

The Times of India 17 Jul 2026 10:54 pm

Minor pregnant with second child; Pocso case filed in Hubballi

Police were probing a similar case after learning that the minor girl who recently gave birth was a cousin of the survivor

The Times of India 17 Jul 2026 10:51 pm

Drone surveillance at railway stations in Karnataka

The Times of India 17 Jul 2026 10:50 pm

Two brothers hacked to death by kin in Belagavi village

Six relatives allegedly attacked them over family dispute | Special team formed to nab accused on the run

The Times of India 17 Jul 2026 10:49 pm

Karnataka Gets Extension To Hold Elections To 5 City Corporations

The elections to the newly formed City Corporations should be scheduled after the completion of SIR: Supreme Court

Deccan Chronicle 17 Jul 2026 10:44 pm

Youth assaulted by mob for helping woman, hospitalised

The Times of India 17 Jul 2026 10:43 pm

Teen boy shoots minor girlfriend dead in Karnataka

Ramanagara: A 16-year-old boy allegedly shot dead his minor girlfriend with a country-made firearm after suspecting her of being in contact with another boy in Karnatakas Ramanagara district. The incident, which occurred on July 10 in Kodihalli police station limits of Kanakapura taluk, came to light after a police investigation. According to police, the victim Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 17 Jul 2026 10:41 pm

Government brings major changes in the weightage of marks for teacher recruitments in Karnataka

The government given more importance to the competitive exam score rather than the marks obtained in B.Ed., B.P.Ed and D.Ed. Courses.

The Hindu 17 Jul 2026 10:14 pm

Bharat Tex 2026 secures 14,300 crore investment commitments

Over 30 MoUs were signed at the event, with Andhra Pradesh leading proposed investments at 4,100 cr, followed by Karnataka (2,821 cr), Bihar (1,476 cr), and Maharashtra (1,095 cr)

The Hindu Businessline 17 Jul 2026 9:50 pm

CM Vijay's 'Jana Nayagan' hits Bengaluru roadblock as Victory Cinema refuses screening over dispute with producer

The renowned theatre 'Victory Cinema' in Bengaluru has announced that it will not screen the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu and actor C Joseph Vijay's 'Jana Nayagan' due to a failure to reach an agreement on commercial terms with the producer KVN Productions.

The Times of India 17 Jul 2026 9:48 pm

Karnataka: 21-Year-Old Found Murdered A Day After Post-Marriage Feast In Ballari

The deceased has been identified as Nabirasool (21). Police have registered a murder case and launched an investigation: Reports

Deccan Chronicle 17 Jul 2026 9:35 pm

Karnataka leads software exports with 41% share

The Times of India 17 Jul 2026 9:33 pm

Plan to transform Mysuru Exhibition Grounds into amusement park

Mysuru: Karnataka Exhibition Authority is planning to transform the Mysuru Exhibition Grounds into a year-round amusement park to boost tourism and ensure continuous public engagement, Minister Dr. Yathindra Siddaramaiah said on Friday. Addressing a press conference at the Karnataka Exhibition Authority auditorium, he said the proposal aims to make the venue a permanent recreational destination Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 17 Jul 2026 9:25 pm

Lokayukta operations expose alleged bribery in court

Bengaluru: The Karnataka Lokayukta launched three major anti-corruption operations on Friday, resulting in the arrest of an Assistant Public Prosecutor in Kalaburagi, the detention of a senior Tourism Department official in Chitradurga district and a surprise inspection of the Shira City Municipal Council over alleged bribery in public services. The first operation took place at Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 17 Jul 2026 9:24 pm

Karnataka HC quashes defamation case against Union minister Shobha Karandlaje

The Karnataka High Court has quashed the criminal defamation case filed against Union Minister of State Shobha Karandlaje by former Congress MLA Sowmya Reddy. The court observed that the alleged remarks did not prima facie meet the requirements of criminal defamation under Sections 499 and 500 of the IPC and held that political statements made during public debate do not automatically amount to defamation.

The Economic Times 17 Jul 2026 9:21 pm

Another case of minor girl getting pregnant comes to light

Close on the heels of a minor girl delivering a baby, another case of minor girl getting pregnant because of alleged sexual exploitation has come to light in Dharwad district.

The Hindu 17 Jul 2026 9:04 pm

Use AI to keep languages alive: Expert

The Hindu 17 Jul 2026 8:59 pm

Why CM Vijay's Jana Nayagan tickets priced 5 times more in Karnataka

As TN CM Vijay's film Jana Nayagan finally gears up for release, the ticket prices in his home state, Tamil Nadu, have been capped at Rs 190. Meanwhile, the neighbouring states continue to sell shows for up to 5 times the price

Mid Day 17 Jul 2026 8:45 pm

BMRCL to implement new metro penalty rules; fines increased up to 25,000 under centres notification

According to officials, the move is part of the Centres broader Jan Vishwas initiative to promote trust-based governance and simplify the enforcement of laws

The Hindu 17 Jul 2026 8:38 pm

High Court gives two weeks to vacate KR market encroachments

Bengaluru: The Karnataka High Court on Friday directed traders occupying alleged encroachments on the footpath beneath the Mysuru Road flyover near KR Market to vacate the premises and hand over possession to the Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) within two weeks. Hearing petitions filed by Samuel and other traders challenging the GBAs recent demolition drive, Justice Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 17 Jul 2026 6:59 pm

Rahul Gandhi to finalise Karnataka Cabinet list after Mallikarjun Kharges return on Saturday

The Karnataka cabinet list will be finalized by the AICC after Mallikarjun Kharge's return to Delhi. Rahul Gandhi has been in talks with prominent leaders to shape the ministerial appointments. There is significant competition for the twenty open slots, with a keen focus on youthful representatives and various community voices. The new ministers are likely to take their oaths in a ceremony scheduled for next week.

The Economic Times 17 Jul 2026 6:55 pm

Karnataka: Bantwal Murder: Accused Secured In Mangaluru

'Chethan, a distant relative of the victim and a resident of Odilnala village in Belthangady taluk, was traced and taken into custody in Mangaluru by a special police team: SP Dr Arun

Deccan Chronicle 17 Jul 2026 6:40 pm

Shakti Kapoor's son gets clean chit in 2022 drug case

The Karnataka High Court has quashed the criminal case against actor Shakti Kapoor's son, Siddhanth Kapoor, and two others for allegedly consuming drugs at a Bengaluru hotel party in 2022.

NewsBytes 17 Jul 2026 5:51 pm

Bengaluru elections: SC allows time till December end, CM DK Shivakumar rules out any more extensions

The Supreme Court has allowed the Karnataka government to hold elections to Bengaluru's five newly created city corporations in December, extending the earlier August 31 deadline. The court accepted the state's request, noting that the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls is expected to be completed by November.

The Economic Times 17 Jul 2026 5:40 pm

Business enquiries worth $2.8 billion generated at Bharat Tex 2026: Government

Bharat Tex 2026 generated USD 2.8 billion in business enquiries. The event also secured textile investment commitments totaling Rs 14,300 crore. Several states signed MoUs, including Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh. A textile recycling firm announced a substantial investment of Rs 4,800 crore.

The Economic Times 17 Jul 2026 5:22 pm

SC extends deadline for Greater Bengaluru polls To December 31

New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Friday, July 17, extended the deadline for conducting elections to the five city corporations under the Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) until December 31, granting relief to the Karnataka government in view of the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. The matter came up before a Bench headed Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 17 Jul 2026 5:01 pm

6 Andhra Fishermen Rescued After Boat Capsizes Off Karnataka Coast

While they were engaged in fishing operations, the vessel was hit by powerful waves, causing it to lose control and overturn, officials said

Deccan Chronicle 17 Jul 2026 4:57 pm